Roasted Carrots Whipped Ricotta (Print-Friendly Version)

Tender roasted carrots with creamy whipped ricotta and a drizzle of sweet, spicy hot honey.

# Ingredients Required:

→ Vegetables

01 - 450 g carrots, peeled and trimmed

→ Seasonings

02 - 15 ml olive oil
03 - 2.5 ml kosher salt
04 - 1.25 ml ground black pepper
05 - 1.25 ml red pepper flakes (optional)

→ Dairy

06 - 240 ml whole milk ricotta

→ Citrus

07 - 5 ml lemon zest
08 - 15 ml fresh lemon juice

→ Oils & Sweeteners

09 - 15 ml extra virgin olive oil
10 - 30 ml hot honey

→ Herbs

11 - Fresh thyme or parsley, for garnish

# Detailed Directions:

01 - Preheat the oven to 220°C and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
02 - In a bowl, toss peeled and trimmed carrots with olive oil, kosher salt, and black pepper until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange carrots in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and roast for 25–30 minutes, turning once halfway, until tender and caramelized.
04 - While the carrots roast, whip ricotta in a mixing bowl with lemon zest, lemon juice, and extra virgin olive oil until smooth and creamy.
05 - Spread whipped ricotta on a serving platter, arrange roasted carrots on top, drizzle with hot honey, sprinkle with red pepper flakes if using, and garnish with fresh thyme or parsley. Serve immediately.

# Helpful Advice:

01 - Turning the carrots halfway through roasting ensures even caramelization.